Dynastes hercules hercules Larva

Species: Dynastes hercules hercules
Family: Scarabaeidae (Rhinoceros Beetle)
Origin: Rainforests of Central and South America (e.g. Guadeloupe, Dominica, Colombia, Venezuela)
Lifespan:

• Larva: 1–2 years

• Adult: 3–6 months
  Size:

• Males: 9–17 cm (with horn)

• Females: 7–9 cm
  

 1️⃣ Larvae:

✅ Container: Large box with 20–30L of space for 4 larvae
✅ Substrate: 30 cm of leaf humus mixed with decayed wood
✅ Climate: 20–25°C, humid but well-drained
✅ Diet: Feed on decomposing leaves and wood
✅ Maintenance: Change substrate every 3–6 months, keep it moist but not waterlogged

 2️⃣ Pupation:

✅ After 1–2 years, the larva constructs a chamber in the substrate to pupate
✅ Keep soil stable to avoid collapse

 3️⃣ Adult:

✅ Terrarium: 40–60 cm with branches to climb
✅ Substrate: Coconut fiber or leaf soil
✅ Climate: 20–25°C, 60–80% humidity
✅ Diet: Sweet fruit (banana, apple) or specialized jelly
✅ Adults are nocturnal

 4️⃣ Breeding:

✅ After mating, the female lays eggs deep into the substrate
✅ Few weeks later, larvae emerge